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Get from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro
The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Macaé and Rio de Janeiro?
Stops in Macaé
- ARua Professor Marieta Peixoto, 110 - Centro, Macaé-RJ 27910-250
Stops in Rio de Janeiro
- AAvenida Francisco Bicalho, 1, Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20220-310
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Aeroporto Internacional Tom Jobim
Corredor BRT Transcarioca - Galeão, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil - C
Rodoviária
Terminal Padre Henrique Otte, 8851 - Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil - D
Av. Pedro Calmon
Av. Pedro Calmon, 102 , Cidade Universitária, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 21941-485, Brazil
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro?
The cheapest bus tickets from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro start from $27. The average price for this route is around $34. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro?
The average bus travel time from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 158 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 55m and is operated by Autoviação 1001.
Which bus companies service the Macaé to Rio de Janeiro route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 33 buses available per day, including services from Autoviação 1001, Util.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro?
The earliest bus departs from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro?
A bus trip from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Autoviação 1001, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 1803 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Autoviação 1001 has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.9.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Autoviação 1001, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Autoviação 1001, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $23To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $23 to $43 for a bus ticket from Macaé to Rio de Janeiro based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2025-11-30.
